Bitcoin may slide to $55,000. Its next move hinges on the U.S. jobs report and Middle East tensions.
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World - The Guardian
Middle East crisis live: Beirut strikes reportedly target Nasrallah successor; 18 killed in Israeli strike on West Bank, officials say
Target in Lebanese capital thought to be Hashem Safieddine, say Israeli media reports; Palestinian media say death toll largest in single West Bank attack in 24 years . Lebanon’s ambassador to the ...10 minutes ago - Israel -
World - The New York Times
Live Updates: Huge Explosions Rock Area South of Beirut
Israeli officials said warplanes bombed an underground bunker where senior Hezbollah officials were meeting, including the presumed successor to the group’s recently assassinated leader.19 minutes ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Investors fearing a scary start to October should focus instead on Friday’s jobs report
Jobs data still holds sway when it comes to the Fed and interest rates, making it crucial to a jittery market1 hour ago -
Business - Inc.
These Are the Top U.S. East Coast Port Shipment Retailers
As the dockworker’s strike continues, port shipment retailers may be affected by the backlog.1 hour ago -
World - The New York Times
How 2 Offhand Remarks by Biden Caused Waves in the Markets and the Middle East
The president’s casual disclosures underscored the power of his words — and how quickly they travel.1 hour ago - Joe Biden -
Business - CNBC
Here's everything to expect when the September jobs report is released Friday
Nonfarm payrolls are projected to show growth of 150,000, form 142,000 the month before, with a steady unemployment rate of 4.2%.2 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
Will Conflict in the Middle East Affect the Global Economy?
As fighting in the Middle East continues, policymakers brace for its impact on the global economy.2 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
XRP slides 9% after SEC appeals decision in landmark Ripple case
The SEC Wednesday filed to appeal a 2023 court ruling that XRP is not considered a security when sold to retail investors on exchanges.3 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Oil prices turn higher for the year on risks to crude flow in the Middle East
Oil futures finished higher for a third straight session on Thursday, prompting prices to turn higher for the year, as traders awaited Israel’s response to a missile barrage earlier this week by ...3 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
U.S. crude oil jumps as Biden comments on possible Israel retaliation against Iran
Supply disruption risks are increasing as fighting in the Middle East intensifies, according to analysts.3 hours ago - Joe Biden -
Sports - The New York Times
Why These 5 Coaching Jobs Are the Best in College Football
The Athletic polled 50 people working in the sport to determine which programs are at the top of the food chain.4 hours ago - College Football -
Business - Inc.
Discount Sales Show U.S. Office Market May be Hitting Bottom
Big drops in commercial real estate prices may indicate the sector has recalibrated its financial benchmarks.4 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Bitcoin may slide to $55,000. Its next move hinges on the U.S. jobs report and Middle East tensions.
Crypto investors are closely watching the U.S. jobs report to be released on Friday and the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East to gauge the near-term direction of bitcoin.4 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
Warning over tax self-assessment ‘time bomb’
Newly self-employed advised to check need to register as deadline looms4 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
September jobs report could give stock and bond markets an October surprise
Payroll figures reveal if the Fed is ahead of the curve or behind it.6 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Mortgage rates rise amid geopolitical tensions and uncertainty over future Fed cuts
The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging 6.12%, Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.7 hours ago - Mortgage -
Top stories - CBS News
NYC steps up security for Jewish High Holy Days amid Middle East unrest
Iran's attack on Israel has pushed New York City to step up security for the Jewish High Holy Days. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has more.7 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Pound slides as Bank of England chief says it could be ‘more aggressive’ in cutting rates
The pound fell sharply Thursday after Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said the central bank could be more aggressive in cutting borrowing costs if inflation remained benign.9 hours ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Rising violence in the Middle East as Rosh Hashanah begins
Overnight, at least seven Hezbollah members were killed in an Israeli strike that hit Beirut. It comes after Israel's military said eight soldiers were killed amid intense fighting with Hezbollah ...10 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Why the ‘debasement trade’ lifting bitcoin and gold may continue, says JPMorgan
The financial alternatives to the dollar may have further room to run, says a JPMorgan team.10 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
September surprise? U.S. jobs report holds key to Fed rate cuts.
The U.S. jobs report has overtaken inflation as the chief worry of the Federal Reserve as it plots how fast to cut interest rates.11 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
Business - The New York Times
The Economic Cost of a New War in the Middle East
An escalation of fighting between Israel and Iran could cause oil prices to spike and send a chill through the global economy.11 hours ago -
Business - Financial Times
The price of private equity may be too high for Asda
TDR Capital’s majority ownership of the struggling UK supermarket chain is a test for the industry11 hours ago -
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World - Financial Times
What a Middle East oil price shock could mean for US consumers
A worst-case scenario for the market could send prices spiralling into the triple digits12 hours ago -
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World - Financial Times
Israel presses its military advantage
Iran launches missile attacks on Tel Aviv as Israel moves troops into Lebanon19 hours ago - Israel